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 Posted: Wed Jun 20, 2012 2:13 pm |
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| richard1985 |
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Hi all,
I'm shooting a Benjamin Trail All-Weather Nitro Piston in .177 at about 25 yards off hand. I'm wondering if anyone has tips for proper hold and stance for this type of rifle? Also, would using a sling help? I haven't shot one on an airgun before. |
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| Posted: Wed Jun 20, 2012 5:11 pm |
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| mod90 |
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Nitro piston guns require essentially the same shooting technique as spring piston guns. No matter the position, artillery hold is key for optimum accuracy. Also, they have a little less recoil, and some have a smoother shot cycle than a springer, so they are just barely a little easier to shoot. Btw as a side note, welcome to the board.  |
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| Posted: Wed Jun 20, 2012 10:35 pm |
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| richard1985 |
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| Thanks for the welcome and the advice. I'll loosen up on the gun and hopefully my groups will improve. I am enjoying the gun so far, it is pretty quiet and has almost no recoil. |
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| Posted: Wed Jun 20, 2012 10:49 pm |
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| toadmyster223 |
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| Keep your spine straight, don't jerk the trigger. My titan doesn't really need a full-loose artillery hold, I just hold it loosely. The buck doesn't bother me, never bothered me in the springer either. Just work on shooting right. |
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